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Productivity Alchemy

353 episodes - English - Latest episode: 11 days ago - ★★★★★ - 29 ratings

Join Kevin Sonney and his Wombat Test Subject Ursula Vernon for discussions of personal productivity, systems for getting stuff done, and ways to keep yourself on track to meeting your goals.

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Episode 251 - Getting it done, Yoon Ha Lee

May 19, 2022 17:00 - 59 minutes - 47.7 MB

Hi folks! Welcome to Year 6, and to kick it off we get to talk to Yoon Ha Lee! Before that, we have an update on baby chickens, Ursula's current book, big projects that save money, and a few other things. Enjoy! Links for this Episode: Charity Spotlight: UN Refugee Agency Yoon Ha Lee's Website Yoon Ha Lee on Twitter Schlock Mercenary ST Dupont Luxury Pens LAMY Digital Writing Tools

Episode 250 - Five Years done, Kevin Sonney

May 12, 2022 17:00 - 55 minutes - 44.4 MB

We did it! Five years of Productivity Alchemy all done! And after we talk about our productivity for the week, we have our annual catch-up interview with host Kevin Sonney, conducted by co-host Ursula Vernon. Links for this Episode: Charity Spotlight: Tango's Extra Life Kevin Sonney on Twitter Kevin Sonney on OSDC ReMarkable2 Gather Virtual Space Official Productivity Alchemy Planner Pages by Reagan Earl

Episode 249 - It's OK to not be OK, Michelle Wexelblat Redeux Redeux

May 05, 2022 17:00 - 3 hours - 172 MB

FYI - the noise in the interview is Sergi rubbing on my microphone. He wanted to be held for a large portion of the interview and LOVED the mic. Ho Boy, what a week! First up, the world is a lot right now, and it's OK to not be OK, and it's OK to take a break, and Ursula and I will discuss that. We also have our individual productivity updates, and some discussion of the new book launch. Finally, we have an incredible catch-up with Michelle Wexelblat and how things have changed for her si...

Episode 248 - Book Launch Week, Augusta Scarlett Redeux

April 28, 2022 17:00 - 1 hour - 55.6 MB

Nettle & Bone is out and we have  Links for this Episode: Charity Spotlight: United to Beat Malaria Augusta on Dreamwidth Augusta on Twitter Warriors for a Living: the experience of the Spanish infantry in the Italian Wars, 1494-1559 Bluetooth Sleep Mask Bose Sleep Buds Apple Airpods Pro Danie Ware Books Ciaphas Cain Gaunt's Ghosts The Horus Heresy Series Daz 3D Something Shiny Podcast Nettle & Bone by T. Kingfisher

Episode 247 - No Wombat, Debbie G Redux

April 21, 2022 17:00 - 1 hour - 88.5 MB

Hi folks! Ursula is out of words, so I'm flying solo this week. After a quick introduction, we'll jump into a catch-up interview with returning guest Debbie G!  Links for this Episode: Charity Spotlight: The Barnabus Fund Debbie G and Selphie on Twitch  ChickenCam The Watch The IT Crowd Scrubs ER Doc Martin Doc Martin's Cottage Neil DIamond's Jonathan Livingston Seagull Sleepcasts Maintenance Phase Turning Red Pre-Order Nettle & Bone

Episode 256 - Starting a Course, Letters

April 14, 2022 17:00 - 37 minutes - 30.4 MB

This week while Ursula continues to sign bookplates (for a different book this time) Kevin talks about starting the Build a Second Brain course, finishing projects and looking at the next one. After that, we read and respond to your letters. Links for this Episode: Charity Spotlight: Tango's Extra Life "If I am not for me, who will be for me?" Build a Second Brain What Moves the Dead Pre-Order The Kaiju Preservation Society Tithonia rotundifolia Mourning Cloak Butterfly C...

UPDATED Episode 245 - Book Ennui, Gerald Sears

April 08, 2022 16:13 - 2 hours - 107 MB

Hi everyone! This week we will talk about the new chicks, where Kevin is on all his projects, Ursula's book (and book plate) progress, and her current book insecurities. After that, we have this AMAZING interview with friend of the show and long-time listener Gerald Sears!  Links for this Episode: Charity Spotlight: Electronic Frontier Foundation Charity Spotlight: Southern Poverty Law Center Charity Spotlight: Feeding America Gerald on LinkedIn Raspberry Pi 400 Argon Pi Case ...

Episode 245 - Book Ennui, Gerald Sears

April 07, 2022 16:59 - 2 hours - 107 MB

Hi everyone! This week we will talk about the new chicks, where Kevin is on all his projects, Ursula's book (and book plate) progress, and her current book insecurities. After that, we have this AMAZING interview with friend of the show and long-time listener Gerald Sears!  Links for this Episode: Charity Spotlight: Electronic Frontier Foundation Charity Spotlight: Southern Poverty Law Center Charity Spotlight: Feeding America Gerald on LinkedIn Raspberry Pi 400 Argon Pi Case ...

Episode 244 - More Bookplates, Bill and Laura Pearson Update

March 31, 2022 17:00 - 3 hours - 146 MB

This week Ursula continues to sign bookplates for the upcoming launch of "Nettle & Bone", we talk about being burned out on creating art, the new baby chickens, and constructing a new coop. We then have a catch-up interview with Bill and Laura Pearson! Links for this Episode: Charity Spotlight: The Trevor Project Charity Spotlight: Planned Parenthood Quack Quack Honk Design Alport Syndrome Sunk Cost Fallacy Pool Noodle Hat Icelandic Chickens Audio Induction Loops Beocorg...

Episode 243 - Still Signing, Eloy Lasanta

March 24, 2022 17:00 - 1 hour - 95.6 MB

While Ursula signs even more bookplates for her upcoming release, we will talk about the projects that are, well, progressing. There is an update on the new chicken coop, the arrival of the first round of chicks, what Ursula is writing (other than her signature on book plates), and the plans for Productivity Alchemy Year Six (which starts in May). After that, we have a wonderful talk with Game Designer and Musician Eloy Lastanta about how he stays productive! Links for this Episode: Chari...

Episode 242 - Post-Cruise, Letters

March 17, 2022 17:00 - 1 hour - 58.2 MB

We return from the JoCo Cruise! We will tell you all about how great it was, where we went, and what we did. After that, we have a bunch of letters to read! Links for this Episode: Charity Spotlight: The Trevor Project The PARA Filing Method The Lost Tomb of the Bitchin' Chimera for D&D 5e Nettle & Bone pre-order Asana

Episode 241 - Travel Panic, Gayle Goddard

March 03, 2022 18:03 - 1 hour - 135 MB

Hi folks! This week we have travel anxiety! We're headed off on vacation, an we are dealing with the associated freak-out as we prep for our first big trip of the year. We also have a huge rant on how everything needs to be connected all the time and what a pain it can be. Fortunately after that, we have a talk with The Clutter Fairy herself, Gayle Goddard! Enjoy, and see you in two weeks! Links for this Episode: Charity Spotlight: Donors Choose Gayle Goddard the Clutter Fairy The Clu...

Episode 240 - Journey Prep, Alister Esam

February 24, 2022 17:00 - 1 hour - 57.6 MB

Join us this week as we enjoy our ruts, and then talk about the prep for our upcoming trip and appearance. How do Ursula's ADHD meds impact her anxiety? And how much time is she spending playing Horizon: Forbidden West? (Hint: a LOT) After that, we have a great discussion with Alister Esam about how he stays productive! Links for this Episode: Charity Spotlight: Committee to Protect Journalist Charity Spotlight: American Journalism Project Charity Spotlight: TransLifeline Charity Sp...

Episode 239 - Horror Movies, Dorothee Racette

February 17, 2022 17:00 - 1 hour - 72 MB

This week, after our normal check-ins, we kind of go on a tangent about our recent horror movie binge, because Ursula needed to find some inspiration after a recent blow to her creativity. After that, we have an amazing talk with Dorothee Racette about how she stays productive! Links for this Episode: Charity Spotlight: U.S. Committee for Refugees and Immigrants Take Back My Day Dorothee Racette on Twitter Dorothee Racette on LinkedIn The Growth Mindset The Artist's Way Ever...

Episode 238 - Mow the Lawn, Letters

February 10, 2022 17:00 - 52 minutes - 42 MB

Hi folks! This week we talk about the state of our ruts (or grooves as the case may be) and how nice it is to be in them for a while. We then read your letters, and answer your questions! Links for this Episode: Charity Spotlight: Native Seeds S.E.A.R.C.H. MailMate Mail Client for Mac MimeStream Mail Client for Mac Behind the Bastards Podcast The Old Reader The Clutterbug Podcast Academic Writing Amplified Podcast

Episode 237 - Cult Podcasts, Katie Matusky

February 03, 2022 17:00 - 1 hour - 136 MB

This week we'll talk about the hole of tech debt kevin found himself in, how he's had some big wins, and how Ursula was able to get a lot of writing done, despite having a lot of things going on that were not writing. We'll also talk about Kevin's recent dive into cult-related podcasts. After that, we have an amazing talk with Katie Matusky about how she stays productive! Links for this Episode: Charity Spotlight: Calling all Crows Entropy Organized Katie on Instagram Tromsø Norway ...

Episode 236 - Mucha, Maria Brilaki

January 27, 2022 17:00 - 1 hour - 63.5 MB

Hi Folks! After catching up on our weekly productivity, we spend an extended bit talking about our recent viewing of the Mucha Exhibit at the NC Museum of Art. That also leads to a discussion of the power in seeing the mistakes and "flaws" in great works of art, music, and so on. After that, we have a great talk with Maria Brilaki and find out how she stays productive! Links for this Episode: Charity Spotlight: International Rescue Committee Charity Spotlight: KHORA Charity Spotlight:...

Episode 235 - Take a Snow Day, Sophie Legase

January 20, 2022 17:00 - 1 hour - 73.1 MB

Hi Folks! This week we talk how we took a snow day during the ice event at our house this past weekend. We also discuss how NICE it was, the impact of the ice on the chickens (they stayed in like us!), and the states of our various projects. After that, we have a great talk with game designer and project manager Sophie Legase! Links for this Episode: Charity Spotlight: Big Bad Con Charity Spotlight: Planned Parenthood Charity Spotlight: Environmental Defense Fund Charity Spotlight: ...

Episode 234 - Inbox Eight, Resolutions, Letters

January 13, 2022 17:00 - 43 minutes - 35.4 MB

This week we talk about both Kevin and Ursula's last week, including the impact of getting vaccinated while getting over a cold, MAGFest, and why not to make New Year's Resolutions. After that, we read your letters! Links for this Episode: Charity Spotlight: The Little Candles Primary School David Allen's Getting Things Done Seven Habits of Highly Successful People How to Win Friends and Influence People How to Stop Worrying and Start Living Atomic Habits The Subtle Art o...

Episode 233 - MAGFest, Jeremiah McCoy

January 06, 2022 17:00 - 1 hour - 50.9 MB

Hi folks! Kevin is AT MAGFest now, but before leaving, we took a moment to talk about the New Year, some of our upcoming plans both for the show and professionally, and how we are did over the past holiday week. After that we have a talk we had with game designer and all around cool person Jeremiah McCoy! Links for this Episode: Charity Spotlight: Color of Change Jeremiah McCoy Jeremiah on TikTik Jeremiah on YouTube The Tome Show Podcast Midgard Sentinels of the Multiverse S...

Episode 232 - It's not the plague, Banana Chan

December 30, 2021 17:00 - 1 hour - 71.2 MB

Hi folks! This week we'll be talking about Ursula's ConCrud (It's not COVID), and how it has impacted us. We'll also talk about how using your brain also burns calories and makes you tired, trying to work too fast, and de-fragging your brain. After that we have a fantastic talk with the game designer and writer Banana Chan! Links for this Episode: Charity Spotlight: Shanti Bhavan Children's Project Banana Chan on Twitter Banana Chan on TikTok Game and a Curry Daughters of Destiny ...

Episode 231 - Something, Vera Alcorn

December 23, 2021 17:00 - 1 hour - 69.9 MB

Hi folks! We are back from WorldCon 2021, and we will talk about Ursula's new awards, her slime mold speech, and getting back to normal after the con. We follow that with an amazing interview with Vera Alcorn, ND and find out how she stays productive! Links for this Episode: Charity Spotlight: The Equi Institute Charity Spotlight: The People's Health Clinic PDX Officially Licensed Productivity Alchemy Planners Ursula's Acceptance Speech(es) at the Hugos Vera Alcorn LinkTree Ver...

Episode 230 - Flooring, Selphi Redux

December 16, 2021 04:19 - 2 hours - 96.4 MB

We are off to WorldCon in Washington DC! Before that, though, we'll talk about how our week went, how to terrify a customer service representative, and the tedious process of "bin packing". After all that, we have an update with our good friend Selphi Trabia, and find out what has changed in her world, and why Kevin has the worst chair envy EVER. And there is a picture of Achilles in a suit below the show notes. Links for this Episode: Charity Spotlight: Animal Concerns Research and Educa...

Episode 229 - Calendar Anxiety, Letters

December 09, 2021 22:18 - 46 minutes - 37.3 MB

Another month, another batch of letters! But before that, we'll check in with how Kevin is doing in his new role at work, Ursula's reaction when she saw Kevin's Calendar earlier in the day, and Ursula's new art tool. Enjoy! Links for this Episode: Charity Spotlight: Trans Lifeline Charity Spotlight: Feeding America Ursula's Twitter thread on AI Art Fantastical SleepTown Forest Anti-Planner Cycle System (Time Management for System Administrators) Star Method Paul Mason ...

Episode 228 - New Team, Nancy Mittens

December 02, 2021 17:00 - 2 hours - 115 MB

Hi folks! This week we will talk about Kevin's change to a new team at work, our progress on our various things, and at least one upcoming appearance. We also talk about what is possibly the strangest troll Ursula has ever received, getting ready for the Hugo Awards Ceremony, and follow this with a great conversation with Special Guest Nancy Mittens! Links for this Episode: Charity Spotlight: Feed more Western NY Nancy Mittens on Twitter Advent of Code 2021 2021 Hugo Awards DisCon...

Episode 227 - Holiday Time, Molly Bruttomesso

November 25, 2021 17:00 - 1 hour - 62 MB

Hi folks! This week we're going to talk about how we are - and are not! - being productive for the US Thanksgiving Holiday week. After that we have an exciting conversation with Molly Bruttomesso about how she stays productive! Links for this Episode: Charity Spotlight: Afghan Women's Organization Molly Brottomesso on LinkedIn Molly on Twitter Molly on Instagram Jim Collins's Bug Book Bruce Feiler's The Secret of Happy Families South of the Border Nora Ephron Marie Kondo...

Episode 226 - Actual Vacation, Sean Nittner

November 18, 2021 17:00 - 1 hour - 76.4 MB

This week we'll discuss our recent trip to Cherokee NC, how Kevin's new meds are working - and the impact of not taking them. We also talk about the dividing line between a Novel and Novelette, and Kevin's new favorite device. After that, we'll talk to Sean Nittner, game producer, project manager, and con host! Links for this Episode: Charity Spotlight: TLDEF - Transgender Legal Defense and Education Fund Charity Spotlight: Black Lives Matter Sean Nittner Sean on Twitter Sean on T...

Episode 225 - Holiday Cooking with Dino Sarma

November 11, 2021 17:00 - 2 hours - 104 MB

Hi folks! Dino and I sat down to talk about cooking a large meal (particularly around the American Thanksgiving Holiday) for friends, family (by birth or by choice), and others. From planning to shopping to cooking, we'll talk about it all. Enjoy! Links for this Episode: Charity Spotlight: Trans Lifeline Large Meal Planning Notes Potato & Cauliflower Soup The Post-Punk Kitchen - Isa Chandra Moscowitz The Barefoot Contessa Sandra Lee Semi-Homemade Alton Brown's Roast Turkey

Episode 224 - Tough Week, Mysterious Witt

November 04, 2021 17:00 - 1 hour - 59.2 MB

This week we will talk about how Kevin got completely derailed, Ursula's current projects, including some new things she's playing around with. After that, we have a fantastic conversation with Mysterious Witt, and how she stays productive! Links for this Episode: Charity Spotlight: Downtown Women's Center for Los Angeles Mysterious Witt Mysterious Witt on Twitter Mysterious Witt on Instagram Clubhouse Passion Planner Bullet Journal Opus One Cafe Diem (Ursula's Favorite Co...

Episode 223 - Early Recording, John Scalzi

October 28, 2021 17:00 - 2 hours - 98.8 MB

We recorded early this week, so there isn't much to catch up on, but that's OK! We have an amazing talk with the author, blogger, and man-about-the-internet John Scalzi to make up for it! Enjoy! Links for this Episode: Charity Spotlight: Feeding America Charity Spotlight: Book Riot List of Literary Charities John Scalzi's Blog John Scalzi's Twitter The Kaiju Preservation Society Pre-Order ReMarkable 2

Episode 222 - Gushing, Bob Stanke

October 21, 2021 17:00 - 1 hour - 74.4 MB

This week we'll discuss Kevin's attendance at All Things Open 2021, being grateful to our listeners, and where we both are on our respective projects. We follow that with a great talk with long time listener Bob Stanke! Links for this Episode: Charity Spotlight: American Cancer Society The 12 Week Year Paladin's Strength on Amazon All Things Open Microsoft Todo Microsoft Power Platform Power Automate Desktop Alfred gmailctl IFTTT Zapier Notion DevonThink David Al...

Episode 221 - The Loneliest Whale, Letters

October 15, 2021 00:46 - 42 minutes - 33.9 MB

This week we talk about the completion and release of the big project Kevin has been working on for the last several weeks. We also talk about how a single appointment takes up an entire day in Ursula's mind, compared to how it appears to Kevin. We also talk about the loneliest whale, the Bloop, and then we read your letters! Links for this Episode: Charity Spotlight: Bread for the City Charity Spotlight: Tech by Choice New to Elastic Cloud on AWS: Optimized hardware profiles for imp...

Episode 220 - Having Impact, Richard Schnitzel

October 07, 2021 17:00 - 1 hour - 52.1 MB

This week, we start with a discussion of Ursula's most current editing cycle. We follow that with how it feels when you know you are making a visible impact with a project. And then we have an amazing talk with Richard Schnitzel about how he stays productive! Links for this Episode: Charity Spotlight: American Lung Association Richard Schnitzel Richard on LinkedIn Zapier ClickUp Paladin's Hope Amazon (Pre-Order)

Episode 219 - Exercise, Broody Hens, Heather Lowe Redux

September 30, 2021 17:00 - 2 hours - 110 MB

CW: Death, Corpses, Funerals, Grief, COVID-19 This week we talk about dealing with the death of a loved one with returning guest Heather Lowe. Before that we'll discuss Ursula's new exercise routine, finishing a big project, and Ursula's new book pre-order. Links for this Episode Charity Spotlight: Planned Parenthood Heather Lowe Art Episode 136 - Heather Lowe's Original Interview Ploughman's Wort Paladin's Heart Pre-Order on Amazon The Saint of Steel Series Neptune Socie...

Episode 218 - Thank People, Tom Kaeding

September 23, 2021 17:00 - 1 hour - 53.6 MB

Hi folks! This week we'll talk about cats, their hierarchy, and reminisce about Benjamin T. Cat. We also talk about what influenced us to get into our field, thanking our influences, progress on our projects, and a few other things. We follow that with an amazing conversation with Tom Kaeding, and find out how he stays productive! Links for this Episode: Charity Spotlight: Send Chinatown Love Wunderkind.co Sunlight Alarm Clock (Amazon) Kevin's Weighted Blanket Maker's Schedule vs...

Episode 217 - Delegate, Jana Axline

September 17, 2021 02:49 - 1 hour - 68.2 MB

This week, we discuss where Ursula (the wombat co-host) has been for the last week and a half, dealing with her new purchase, and how she was able to delegate some things that were just too much for her. Oh, and she got to talk to BROM. After that we have a great conversation with Jana Axline about how she stays productive - and helps others stay productive! Links for this Episode Charity Spotlight: Sleep in Heavenly Peace Jana Axline Jana Axline on LinkedIn Project Genetics Scale...

Episode 216 - Shepherd Co-Host, Letters

September 09, 2021 17:09 - 33 minutes - 26.9 MB

Ursula is out of town, and it is letters show time! And as part of that, we have a Shepherd Guest Co-Host for the week! We'll briefly discuss how Shep does what needs doing, and then we'll read and discuss your letters. PLUS BONUS CHICKEN MEMES IN THE SHOW NOTES!! Links for this Episode: Charity Spotlight: Louisiana Mutual Aid Disaster Relief Cash Donations Charity Spotlight: Louisiana Mutual Aid Disaster Relief Material Donations Charity Spotlight: Cooperation Jackson Charity Spotl...

Episode 215 - Rock out, Anju Kanumalla

September 02, 2021 17:02 - 1 hour - 65.9 MB

This week we talk about how we managed to stay productive this week. We also talk about Kevin's first concert since January 2020 (band links are in the show notes), how venues are handling things, and the miracle of mRNA vaccines. After all that, we have an amazing talk with Anju Kanumalla about how she stays productive! Links for this Episode: Charity Spotlight: Philly Paws Anju Kanumalla on Twitter Anju on Instagram Principia Prepostera Notion Lastpass Todoist Trello Eve...

Episode 213 - ADHD and Pen Names, Cindy

August 26, 2021 17:00 - 2 hours - 124 MB

This week we will talk about two longer-form listener requests. First, we'll talk about setting up a pen name, and how easy it actually is. Second we talk about coping with a partner who has ADHD and some strategies to help yourself. After that we have a wonderful chat with Cindy, and about how she stays productive! Links for this Episode: Charity Spotlight: Armed Services YMCA Charity Spotlight: Fisher House Charity Spotlight: Feeding America Charity Spotlight: Lindsay Wildlife Cen...

Episode 213 - Time and Vision, Althea Walters

August 19, 2021 17:00 - 1 hour - 51.7 MB

Hi folks! First up this week, we'll discuss how 2021 seems to be moving faster than 2020. After that we check in on our progress for the week, how Ursula's vision is changing, and how close she is to finishing her next book. After that, we have a talk with Althea Walters and find out how she stays productive! Links for this Episode: Charity Spotlight: Girl Guides of Jamaica Althea Walters on LInkedin Focused and Fulfilled My Goal Tracker Planner

Episode 212 - Cheepers, Letters

August 12, 2021 17:00 - 1 hour - 50.9 MB

Hi Folks! This week we check in with our hosts Kevin and Ursula, and find out how they are being productive. We also discuss Ursula's feelings about having to replace her laptop - before it is an emergency. After that, we'll read your letters! Links for this Episode: Charity Spotlight: Coalition for Rainforest Nations Alastair's Method Cori Large's Blog Tin Soldier Origaudio The Penryn Pack

Episode 211 - Vacation, Don Khouri

August 05, 2021 17:00 - 48 minutes - 39.4 MB

Hi folks! I'm back from vacation, and so my productivity is pretty easy to report on this week (AKA none, and that's OK!). Meanwhile Ursula (the Wombat Co-host) has had the never-ending Monday. After that, we'll chat with Don Khouri about how he stays productive! Links for this Episode: Charity Spotlight: IOCC Don Khouri's web site When To Say Yes pre-order David Allen's Getting Things Done Trello Time Blocking Kaizen The Self Employed Life by Jeffery Shaw WKRP In Cincinat...

Episode 210 - White Chocolate Baguette, Alexis Lourenco

July 29, 2021 17:00 - 1 hour - 92.8 MB

CW: ADHD, Abuse, Depression, Anxiety, Privilege and Neglect Hi folks! This week we will talk about the trials of being on-call and the joy of comp time. We also revisit the Author's Lament with Ursula, with a new and exciting twist. After that, we'll talk to Alexis Lourenco about how she stays productive! Links for this Episode: Charity Spotlight: Special Olympics Email Alexis Priority Star Method SeeHowYouEat Daylio Infinity Cube Fidget Thing iRobot Roomba OutOfMilk App ...

Episode 209 - Paint the Ceiling, Amanda Lovecraft

July 23, 2021 00:25 - 1 hour - 71.3 MB

This week, the Wombat Co-Host (Ursula Vernon) and I will have our weekly productivity check-in, as well as a discussion of the quality of the paint in the bathrooms in a 20-year-old house. After that, we'll talk with the amazing Amanda Lovecraft, on how they stays productive! Content Warning: Mental Health, Pet Death Links for this Episode: Charity Spotlight: Franklin County VA Humane Society Charity Spotlight: Southwest Virginia Wildlife Center Read about the Lawsuits Amanda's Boo...

Episode 208 - Lucky Little Man, Dr. Katherine Firth

July 15, 2021 17:00 - 1 hour - 63.4 MB

This week we will check in about our productivity, talk about Project vs. Product Management, give an update on Lucky the Bantam Rooster, and talk about the Writer's Lament. After that we will talk with the most amazing Dr. Katherine Firth about how she stays productive! Links for this Episode: Charity Spotlight: Koorie Heritage Trust Research Insiders Blog Research Insider Twitter Pomodoro Technique Workflowy Markdown Cornell Notes Moleskine Notebooks Thomas Edison 10000...

Episode 207 - Not a Gift, Letters

July 08, 2021 20:08 - 50 minutes - 40.5 MB

This week, we'll talk about how we were and were not productive this week, as applicable. We also talk about the value (or lack of) feedback, gifts that are actually shackles, and what kind of horror Ursula does not like. And then we'll read your letters, which is always fun! Links for this Episode: Charity Spotlight: Trans Lifeline Ditch Diggers with Mur Lafferty Hades Game Junji Ito Guillermo Del Toro's Mama Principia Prepostera

Episode 206 - Quick Check in, Gerald Leonard

July 01, 2021 17:00 - 59 minutes - 47.8 MB

This week Ursula isn't feeling well, so we'll do a quick check-in with Kevin before having an amazing conversation with musician, author, and productivity consultant Gerold Leonard. Links for this Episode: Charity Spotlight: Kiva Micro-Loans Gerald Leonard Productivity Intelligence Institute Culture is the Bass Workplace Jazz Qigong Peloton Brain Gym Gerald's TedX Talk The Brain That Changes Itself Thelonious Monk

Episode 205 - Dino Strikes Back Part 2

June 24, 2021 17:00 - 2 hours - 126 MB

This week we continue our chat with Dino, including more meal prep discussion, why one chick is named Lucky, Links for this Episode: Charity Spotlight: Trans Lifeline Dino's YouTube Email Dino Episode 204 - Dino Strikes Back Part 1 Kevin's Logitech Keyboard (ERGO K860) Chinese Cooking Demystified on YouTube Aaron and Claire on YouTube De mi Rancho a Tu Cocina YouTube Binging with Babish YouTube Chef Film The Hundred-Foot Journey Book The Hundred-Foot Journey Film ...

Episode 204 - Dino Strikes Back Part 1

June 17, 2021 17:00 - 2 hours - 104 MB

This week we start off by discussing, Sergi's history, Ursula's updated publishing schedule, and praise at work. After that, we have the first part of what is turning into our annual talk with Dino Sarma. Links for this Episode: Dino's First Appearance Pt 1 Dino's First Appearance Pt 2 Job Hunting with Dino Cooking with Dino Part 1 Cooking with Dino Part 2 Cooking with Dino Part 3 Pandemic Planning with Dino Part 1 Pandemic Planning with Dino Part 2 Four Hour Work ...

Episode 203 - Getting back out, Letters

June 10, 2021 17:00 - 44 minutes - 35.5 MB

This week, we do our weekly productivity check-in, and discuss some of the concerns with going back to things like conventions and concerts. After that, we read from your letters! Links for this Episode: Charity Spotlight: Trans Lifeline Lou's Planner Page Ember Mugs Zapier Kevin's Square-to-Sheets Zap Neal Stephenson Tango's Takes

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